Industrial Painter

DEW Engineering and Development ULC; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the defense sector is seeking a Painter to produce painted surfaces for lifesaving applications. The role involves operating painting equipment, preparing paint, and ensuring quality standards are met. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and experience in industrial painting, particularly with air assisted tools and various liquid paints.

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial painting is required.
• Air assisted metal spray painting experience is essential.
• Previous experience with liquid paints such as polyurethane, epoxy, and urethane is required.

Responsibilities

• Operate paint booth within guidelines and specifications.
• Prepare proper paint colors by mixing paint according to formulas.
• Apply paint to parts using air assisted spray painting tools.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independence

Education

High school completion

Tools

Air assisted spray painting tools

Job description

Responsibilities / Duties:

Reporting to the Paint Shop Supervisor, the Painter will produce painted surfaces for lifesaving Armor and Defence applications.

• Operate paint booth within guidelines and specifications
• Prepare proper paint colors by mixing paint according to formulas
• Apply paint to parts using air assisted spray painting tools
• Mask off parts of vehicle that need to be protected from paint
• Perform visual inspections to ensure quality standards and specifications are met
• Read, understand and follow drawings, specifications, blueprints and assembly instructions
• Work with the supervisor to resolve any technical, productivity, safety or schedule problems
• Perform general shop duties as assigned by the supervisor
• Review work instructions, procedures and checklists, and ensure that materials and equipment needed for production are ready and the work area is prepared
• Act as a team leader for small groups of employees when required

Qualifications:

• Completion of high school
• Experience in industrial painting is required
• Air assisted metal spray painting experience is essential
• Previous experience working with liquid paints such as polyurethane, epoxy, and urethane is required

Characteristics:

• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent work ethic and proven dependability
• Outstanding enthusiasm and motivation
• Proven ability to work well within a team environment
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Capable of performing in a high-volume production facility

If your background matches and you are interested in this opportunity, please apply with your resume in confidence. We thank all applicants; only qualified candidates will be contacted. DEW is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an accessible and inclusive work environment. For accommodations during the application process, contact Human Resources.